Tips
Tips
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Should free cloud backup services be used in enterprises?
Most free enterprise cloud backup services are software-only and protect only files. To increase capabilities and support, businesses should move from 'freemium' to premium. Continue Reading
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A look at data backup techniques: Recovery-in-place
Explore recovery-in-place technology to see if it is the right fit for your organization. But be aware that this data backup method requires some up-front planning. Continue Reading
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Backup target features evolve for better data protection
Disk backup targets have grown to include many new elements that can aid an organization's data protection. But traditional components remain as well. Continue Reading
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Cloud-to-cloud data backup: How to pick your provider
From cost to a product's capabilities, there is a lot to assess when selecting the right cloud-to-cloud backup technology -- and provider -- for your organization. Continue Reading
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Corporate data backup expands its use cases
There's a lot more to backup than simply being able to recover data. Discover some of the ways backup products have evolved to protect your organization's data. Continue Reading
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Microsoft Azure VM backup methods beyond Azure Backup vault
You can back up an Azure VM using several different methods. Microsoft's preferred technique is to use Azure Backup vault, but this may not be the best choice in every situation. Continue Reading
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The best cloud data migration strategy for your use case
Cloud migration methods may differ when it comes to a particular use case. In this tip, George Crump explains the five most popular methods of migrating to the cloud. Continue Reading
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Block-level deduplication vs. zone-level deduplication
Block-level deduplication is a popular form of the dedupe process, but it has its drawbacks. Discover why zone-level deduplication may be better for your storage environment. Continue Reading
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Data protection methods: Mounting backups vs. recovering from backups
Mounting a virtual machine image can save time, but there's a penalty to pay for the convenience. We list the questions to ask when deciding which data protection method to employ. Continue Reading
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New approaches: Instant VM recovery, flat backup, hybrid cloud backup
Find out if these recent backup technologies -- snapshots and flat backup, hybrid cloud backup and instant VM recovery -- are right for your organization. Continue Reading
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Docker data container protection methods: Pros and cons
While Docker data container protection methods haven't reached the level found with hypervisor-based virtual machines, these four technologies can help users with the challenge. Continue Reading
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Geocluster vs. off-site replication for VM protection
Is a geocluster or virtual machine replication the best option for VM protection? Both approaches protect VM workloads by moving them to an alternate data center during a disaster. Continue Reading
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Microsoft private cloud backup challenges
There are two major challenges that must be addressed when backing up a Microsoft private cloud: figuring out what needs protection and backing up virtual machines. Continue Reading
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Data backup and disaster recovery made simple
Many backup products include DR, enabling users to manage both tasks from the same platform. Learn how to streamline data backup and disaster recovery. Continue Reading
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Multiple hypervisors and issues with backup applications
Backup and recovery on multiple hypervisors is possible, but you need to be aware of three major challenges with this setup. Continue Reading